A consistent deliciousness proven by more than 30 years of history — a unified quality brand pork that Aichi Prefecture is proud of.
Mikawa Pork is a Japanese brand pork (meigara-buta) from Aichi Prefecture, managed by Aichi Prefectural Economic Federation of Agricultural Cooperatives. Breed / crossbreeding: Female (Landrace × Large White) × Duroc.
Mikawa Pork is a brand pork managed and promoted by the Aichi Prefectural Economic Federation of Agricultural Cooperatives (Aichi Keizairen) — a historical brand that has protected the quality standards of Aichi Prefecture-produced pork for over 30 years since the establishment of brand regulations in 1988. The reason for long-standing support from consumers and distributors can be attributed to its stable deliciousness and thoroughgoing quality management.
For the feed, an original blend independently formulated from 6 types of grain is used. Particularly distinctive is the ‘feed rice’ blend. By incorporating rice as feed, not only is pork quality improvement realized, but also contribution to Japan’s food self-sufficiency rate improvement — the social responsibility as a producer is also fulfilled. Only pigs that have been continuously given this compound feed for approximately 180 days and reached a shipping weight of 115 kg can bear the name ‘Mikawa Pork.’ The breed uses Landrace × Large White crossbred female (or the reverse) for the sow, crossed with Duroc for the sire — a three-breed cross. Through this combination, the meat productivity of Landrace, the feed efficiency of Large White, and the meat flavor and marbling of Duroc are fused — a well-balanced pork is realized.
The strictness of quality management also stands out. At the shipping stage, loin cuts are performed one by one for each individual — only fattening pigs that have met the certification standard after actually confirming the meat quality are given ‘Mikawa Pork’ certification. With annual shipments of 20,000 head at a large scale — the stance of not omitting individual confirmation work supports quality consistency.
Active across a wide range of daily cooking scenes such as ginger pork stir-fry, tonkatsu, and hot pot dishes.
Basic Information
- Name
Mikawa Pork - Production Area
Aichi Prefecture (certified farms within the prefecture) - Management Body
Aichi Prefectural Economic Federation of Agricultural Cooperatives (JA Aichi Keizairen) - Breed / Crossbreeding
Female (Landrace × Large White) × Duroc / Female (Large White × Landrace) × Duroc - Meat Characteristics
Consistent deliciousness ensured by a unified feed. Each pig is individually assessed by loin cut to verify meat quality — only those meeting the standard receive certification. Shipping age: approx. 180 days. Shipping weight: 115 kg. - Feed Characteristics
Original 6-grain blend compound feed. Feed rice included to improve quality and contribute to Japan’s food self-sufficiency. - Shipping Age
approx. 180 days - Annual Production
20,000 head annually. Slaughterhouses: Higashi Mikawa Meat Distribution Center, Nagoya City Central Wholesale Market (South Market), and Handa Meat Center. Primary wholesaler: Aichi Prefectural Economic Federation of Agricultural Cooperatives - Signature Dish
Ginger pork, tonkatsu, shabu-shabu, hot pot - Certifications
Trademark registered: April 5, 1993 / Brand regulations established: December 1988; revised January 2023 - Related URLs
JA Aichi Economic Federation — Livestock Products Page - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.147
JA Aichi Economic Federation (Official Site)
JA Aichi Economic Federation — Livestock Products Page
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Last updated
6/21/2026
